Property description

Approached via a private unmade road on a generous plot of approximately ¾ acre, this beautifully presented single storey residence offers versatile accommodation comprising five bedrooms and a contemporary open plan living space.

Owners Comments
“Haskells has been a wonderful family home providing a safe and private environment for our son and his friends to play and enjoy the large garden and orchard.“

“Since purchasing the property we have completely renovated and refurbished it to meet all our needs. The decking and barbeque area have given us some fantastic evenings and a lovely place to entertain and relax.”

Introduction
Having been extended and refurbished by the current owners, Haskells maintains its integrity as a bungalow offering approximately 1500 sq.ft. of accommodation and a separate triple garage. As well as a private south facing rear garden overlooked by the extensive decking area and area of orchard flanks the driveway. Although beautifully secluded local amenities and schooling are close at hand with the A36 providing fast road links to Salisbury and Southampton.

Description
An attractive dark oak front door opens into the L-shaped hallway with a modern yet rustic feel which continues throughout the property with solid oak flooring, timber internal doors and matching architraves and skirting. The wide entrance hall offers space for hanging coats and extends round to the bedrooms with ample room for furniture. A large loft hatch and ladder provide access to the roof space which used to be accommodation which could easily be adapted back to a loft room. The living area is all open plan and provides an impressive space to socialise, eat or relax with two sets of french doors opening out onto the fully enclosed south facing garden with an extensive raised decking area that abuts the property. The focal point of the room is the log burning stove set within the grand ingle nook fireplace crafted with reclaimed bricks and exposed beam. A dining area separates the sitting room from the bespoke fitted kitchen with travertine tiles and under floor heating with a range of oak fronted wall and base units with contrasting black granite worktops over with inset butlers sink. The units comprise a variety of drawers, display units, plate rack, two magic corners built around a rangemaster double oven and grill with five burner hob and hot plate with extractor hood over. A door from the dining area leads to the utility room which also benefits from under floor heating and offers an additional sink and drainer with an integrated fridge and freezer with plumbing in place for a washing machine. The master bedroom boasts double doors to the rear garden with built in white gloss wardrobes and drawer units. The en-suite shower room is fitted with high specification sanitary ware with a double shower, heated towel rail, wc and basin. The stunning family bathroom has a contemporary feel with contrasting tiling, double shower with glass shower screen, recessed bath and oak vanity unit with a mounted bowl. Bedroom two also boasts built in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room with crisp white sanitary ware and tiles. The third bedroom is dual aspect with built in wardrobes with the fourth bedroom being a small double. The option for a fifth bedroom is available utilising the spacious study which has double doors to the entrance hall.

Outside
The property is approached from Whinwhistle Road over a privately owned unmade road owned by the property at the far end. Haskells is situated two thirds of the way along on the right hand side turning onto the gravel driveway. Parking is available in front of the brick built triple garage benefiting with three sets of timber double doors with power light and also houses the oil fired boiler. To the left of the driveway is the pretty orchard with post and rail fencing, pond and water feature. A small lawned area with well stocked flower beds front the property with a path and steps leading to the front door. A gate provides access to the enclosed south facing rear garden with an extensive raised decking area and inset fish pond, bar-b-que area and ample seating space to relax and socialise. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and very private with mature tress and bushes running along the boundary.

Agents Notes
Haskells has been lovingly extended and refurbished by the current owners and offers generous living accommodation on a fantastic private plot. The property benefits from timber framed double glazing, oil fired central heating and private drainage.The privately owned plot to the rear of the property which currently houses two park homes has access rights over the driveway of Haskells.

Location
Haskells is located in East Wellow tucked away from main roads and passing traffic and enjoys excellent transport links to nearby cities of Winchester, Salisbury and Southampton. With the M27 motorway just a few miles along the A36, commuting to London or the West country is made easy with direct rail links to London Waterloo at Southampton Parkway and Eastleigh Airport adjacent. Approximately 5 miles from the local market town of Romsey, Wellow is well served with traditional village amenities including a post office, convenience store, a choice of butchers, pharmacy and public house. Excellent local schooling for children of all ages is available and the beautiful New Forest National Park is just yards away and offers a wealth of outdoor activities and places of natural beauty to visit and explore.

Property Features :

• Extended and refurbished single storey residence
• Secluded plot of approximately three quarters of an acre
• Beautiful enclosed rear garden with separate orchard
• Five bedrooms with en-suite facilities to the master and bedroom two
• Open plan living area enjoying views over the enclosed south facing rear garden